Nov 2020
Valda's Story
My ophthalmologist had a ‘watch’ on my eyes from when I was aged in my 50’s. The reason being, my mother had glaucoma, she was diagnosed when she was around 70...
Nov 2020
Gene therapy research regenerates optic nerve, bringing hope for future ...
Researchers have used gene therapy to regenerate damaged optic nerve fibres in a discovery that could help treat glaucoma
Nov 2020
Glaucoma Hands-on Experience for Orthoptic Students
Future eye care professionals gain in-depth knowledge and valuable experience to what the role of patient support organisations play in healthcare...
Oct 2020
Elaine's Story
We were told to get checked, my sister, my brother and myself, because there was a higher risk of us getting glaucoma...
Oct 2020
Glaucoma Australia to Fund Promising Vitamin B3 Trial
This year’s glaucoma research grant is awarded to Dr Flora Hui, in a world-first clinical trial led by the Centre for Eye Research Australia...
Oct 2020
Jeanette's Story
I am now 80 years old and truly grateful that I am healthy and am still thankfully able to do everything I enjoy...
Oct 2020
Ross' Story
The deterioration of my sight due to glaucoma has halted, apparently soon after starting the drops, and I am no longer anxious about my glaucoma...
Sep 2020
Glaucoma Australia Unveils New Website
Designed to ensure best practice information is provided in a patient friendly manner, it also has a strong community focus which will support people on their own journeys...
Sep 2020
Effects of Caffeine Consumption and Exercise on Intraocular Pressure
The only proven factor to prevent worsening and treatment of glaucoma is the reduction and stabilisation of intraocular pressure...